How much does it cost to rent in Moscow, ID?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Moscow, ID is $1,181. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Moscow cheaper than other Idaho cities?

Moscow is among the more affordable cities in Idaho, ranking #21 out of 24 cities at $1,181/mo.

When was Moscow rent data last updated?

Moscow rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · ID

Moscow

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Pop. 26,286·21st most expensive in Idaho·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,181/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.7%

Month-over-Month

-1.9%

vs US Median

-$784

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Moscow · $1,181

More affordable than 93% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

25% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,181/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$47,000/yr

Local median income

$57,022/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Moscow's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$720

1 BR

$780

2 BR

$930

3 BR

$1,310

4 BR+

$1,580

Research median

$930/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$14,172/yr

At $1,181/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.7% YoY, -1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Moscow, ID is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 50% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

26,286

Median income

$57,022

Median age

25.7

Renters

60%

Age distribution

16.7%

48.3%

18%

Under 1816.7%

18–3448.3%

35–5418%

55–646.6%

65+10.4%

Gender

51.2%

48.8%

Male51.2%

Female48.8%

Race & ethnicity

84.6%

White84.6%

Black1.4%

Hispanic6.8%

Asian2.8%

Other4.4%

Education (25+)

16.9%

29.2%

50%

No HS diploma3.8%

HS diploma16.9%

Some college29.2%

Bachelor's+50%

Housing tenure

40%

60%

Owner40%

Renter60%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Moscow, ID has changed in 5 years

Income

$49,251 → $57,022

up 15.8%

Population

25,336 → 26,286

up 3.7%

Renter share

58.2% → 60%

+1.8 pts

Bachelor's+

52.2% → 50%

-2.2 pts

Census figures show median household income at $57,022 today, compared with $49,251 five years earlier. The population has grown by 3.7% since 2021, moving from about 25,336 residents to roughly 26,286. Renters now make up 60% of households, compared with 58.2% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 50% of adults here, versus 52.2% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Moscow on your salary?

At $1,181/mo, how Moscow rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $84,087/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,701/yr · Rent = 23.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $68,770/yr · Rent = 20.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $122,918/yr · Rent = 11.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $157,058/yr · Rent = 9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,901/yr · Rent = 25.4% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $50,472/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $62,211/yr · Rent = 22.8% income

affordable

By apartment size

Moscow rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Moscow. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Moscow

About renting in Moscow, ID

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Moscow is $1,181/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $720/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $930/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $780/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,310/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($57,022/yr), Moscow ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Moscow an affordable city for renters?

Moscow is considered affordable for renters. At $1,181/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($57,022/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Moscow falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Moscow?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $47,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,181/mo in Moscow. The local median household income is $57,022/yr, meaning the typical Moscow household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Moscow?

Rent in Moscow has increased 3.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Moscow rent compare to other cities in Idaho?

Moscow is one of the more affordable cities in Idaho for rent, ranking #21 out of 24 tracked cities at $1,181/mo.

What percentage of Moscow residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 60% of Moscow households are renters, while 40% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Moscow has a strong rental market.